Today's Headline

Argentine Blueberry Committee expects earlier yield curve in 2011

The Argentine Blueberry Committee forecasts an earlier yield curve in Tucumán, while harvests are ahead in Buenos Aires.
September 15 , 2011

South African, Peruvian avocadoes coming to a close

Peru and South Africa are close to finishing their avocado export seasons as Chile's campaign gets into full swing.
September 13 , 2011

Peru reaps rewards of defying conventions, says expert

Peruvian fruit industry expert Fernando Cilloniz gives a rundown on the country’s advantages and challenges.
September 09 , 2011

Mexico strengthens papaya sanitation practices

The Mexican Government is bolstering 'good manufacturing practices' in the papaya industry to improve food safety.
September 08 , 2011

Southern Hemisphere grape exports to rise in 2011-12

The Southern Hemisphere's table grape exports are set to grow for the third consecutive year.
September 06 , 2011

Korean Fair Trade Commission investigating Zespri

The Korean Fair Trade Commission is investigating New Zealand company Zespri over alleged monopolistic practices.
September 05 , 2011

Chile's blueberry industry 'plagued' by old varieties

Chile's blueberry success may have more to do with quantity than quality, but one expert says new varieties are on the way.
August 31 , 2011

NZ: Psa taskforce makes 'stunning' discovery

A New Zealand taskforce has found eye-opening results from genomic sequencing of kiwifruit vine disease Psa.
August 26 , 2011

Chemical ban could slash Australian horticultural exports

A proposed insecticide ban could cut more than US$300 million off Australia's horticultural exports.
August 24 , 2011

Productivity investment needed for Ecuador's bananas, says researcher

An Ecuadorian researcher says emergency banana funding would be put to better use if it went towards improving quality and productivity.
August 23 , 2011